Business Development Manager

Company Overview: Join a leading glass manufacturing company with a strong presence in Colombia known for its innovative solutions and highquality products. Our company specializes in producing a diverse range of glass products catering to industries such as construction automotive and consumer goods. We are dedicated to sustainability excellence and driving growth in both local and international markets.

Job Summary: We are seeking a proactive and experienced Business Development Manager to lead our expansion efforts in Colombia and the broader Latin American region. The ideal candidate will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities fostering client relationships and developing strategic plans to drive sales and revenue growth.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelors degree in Business Administration Marketing Engineering or a related field. MBA or relevant postgraduate qualification is a plus.
  

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in business development sales or marketing preferably in the manufacturing or glass industry.
  

Key Responsibilities:

• Market Analysis & Strategy Development: Conduct comprehensive market research to identify trends customer needs and the competitive landscape. Develop and implement strategic business development plans to achieve company goals.
  

• Client Acquisition & Relationship Management: Identify engage and build relationships with potential clients and partners. Maintain and nurture existing client relationships to ensure satisfaction and repeat business.
  

• Sales & Revenue Growth: Drive sales efforts to meet or exceed revenue targets. Develop proposals negotiate contracts and close deals with clients across various industries.
  

• Product Development & Innovation: Collaborate with the R&D and production teams to identify opportunities for new product development or enhancements to existing products based on market demands.
  

• Marketing & Promotional Activities: Work closely with the marketing team to develop and execute effective marketing campaigns promotional activities and branding initiatives.
  

• Reporting & Analysis: Prepare regular reports on business development activities sales performance and market trends. Provide insights and recommendations to senior management.
  

• Skills:
  

  • Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities.
    
  • Excellent communication negotiation and presentation skills.
    
  • Proven track record of achieving sales targets and driving business growth.
    
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
    
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite and CRM software.
    
  • Fluency in English and Spanish is required.
    

Personal Attributes:

• Highly motivated and resultsoriented.
  
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
  
• Adaptability and ability to thrive in a fastpaced environment.
  
• Creative problemsolving abilities.
  
• Strong cultural awareness and ability to work effectively in a diverse environment.
  

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performancebased bonuses.
  
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
  
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
  
• Dynamic and inclusive work environment.